INTERVIEWS

Rasty Kasar, one of Slovakia’s most successful figures in the international bartending scene and a regular contributor to BarMagazine, clinched a coveted victory at the prestigious Taiwan International Coffee Show in the Coffee in Good Spirits category in late November. As a bartender and barista who has worked in top establishments worldwide like the American […] More

I interviewed Nikos Bakoulis a few years ago when the Athens bar, The Clumsies, made it to The World’s 50 Best Bars list, sparking discussions about the bar itself and the Greek bar scene worldwide. History repeats itself. Most of us have noticed their latest concept called Line, which has been catching attention since its […] More

He grew up in a family ice cream shop with a fairytale name on the Tuscan coast and today is one of the most successful bartenders in the world. His Barcelona speakeasy bar, Paradiso, visually inspired by Gaudí’s architecture, gathers award after award, and it seems that Italian Giacomo Giannotti still doesn’t run short of […] More

He stands as the pioneer behind Mexico’s first cocktail bar, revolutionizing the country’s bar culture. His Limantour has been among the top fifty bars worldwide for eleven years now. How did someone who spent years as a marketing manager achieve such success, and what advice does he have for young bartenders? We spoke with the […] More

Living in Edinburgh, Iain McPherson owns three bars, one of which is ranked among the best in the world. Known for his innovative techniques, such as switching and sub-zero—both inspired by his passion for ice cream production—McPherson has become a trailblazer in modern bartending. Get to know this Scottish bar pioneer as we explore the […] More

Originally from Chimbote, a city in northern Peru, Louis Flores has been living in the capital, Lima, for seventeen years. With a career that spans some of Peru’s most renowned restaurants, including Maido, Malabar, and ámaZ, he now manages La Pulpería, a venue specializing in wine and local artisanal products. In this interview, Louis shares […] More

Simone Caporale has become a well-known figure in the global cocktail scene, with his travels taking him to some of the most exciting cities for mixology. From his work at renowned bars like Artesian in London to his current projects, Simone continues to push the boundaries of creativity in bartending. In this interview, he shares […] More